Laser-Assisted Seed Selection Introduced
August 29, 2008| |
DuPont has introduced the Laser-Assisted Seed Selection, an advanced technology to speed up the development of higher yielding corn and soybean varieties. Laser-Assisted Seed Selection uses a 120-watt carbon dioxide laser to capture a seed’s genetic information while maintaining the seed’s viability for planting. Desirable genetic combinations within the seed are identified by molecular breeding techniques. Seeds with superior genetics are selected for planting and advancement. The technology enables the rapid selection of the best genetics for advancement before they ever leave the lab says William S. Nieburvice president, DuPont Crop Genetics Research and Development.
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